EDUCATION Miami University
tda architects & interiors designer [january 2016 - now]
Interior Design Major Art and Architectural History Minor Honors with Distinction 3.70 GPA
Working as a designer within an Interior Design & Architecture firm. I continue to work for TDA after my move to California as a part-time consultant. Roles include: • Space planning, design development, and FF&E specification • Construction drawings, 3D computer modeling, graphic design and field observation Work primarily on a variety of corporate projects ranging from: • Small office renovations • Large 25,000 SF new office build-outs • Office building common corridor and public space renovations Also work on hospitality projects, including small interior design renovations and whole building brand standard implementation. Participate in client meetings throughout the design process, including: • Scope of work meetings and design development presentations • Punch list walk through and write ups during and after construction Collaborate with team members with Interior Design and Architecture backgrounds to create the best possible design solution for the client.
(May 2015)
Walnut Hills High School ( May 2011 ]
SKILLS Autocad 2017 revit 2017
interbrand design forum Interior designer [august - december 2015]
photoshop CS 6
Worked as a freelance designer within the Planning Department on program roll-out for a multi-national coffee chain. Role included updating furniture, fixtures and artwork while re-designing store layouts in AutoCAD to meet the program’s vision. Assisted with Store Major Renovations by designing test fit scenarios in Revit and creating construction documents.
illustrator CS 6 indesign CS 6 hand rendering microsoft office
EMILY NEELY
WORK EXPERIENCE
LWC Inc, intern
[summer 2014] Assisted this architecture and design firm with projects using AutoCAD and Revit to create and update construction documents and review contracts. Attended client meetings and assisted with site visits.
K12 Gallery, intern [summer 2014] Miami University, Student Employee [2014-2015] Great Wolf Lodge & swimsafe, lifeguard [2009-2014]
STUDY ABROAD
Interior Design abroad in Florence, Italy [Fall Semester 2013]
Realized global citizenship through immersion in Italian culture and adapting to different situations. Tremendous exposure to classical art and architecture. Obtained a respect for the past and ability to merge modern and tradition design.
Passive House Design Workshop in Malta/Germany [May - june 2013]
Five-week collaborative studio course conveyed a basic understanding of passive house and the importance of sustainable design. Had cross cultural experiences through interacting with Maltese people and studying the arabic influenced architecture.
LEADERSHIP
Alpha Rho Chi Architecture & Allied Arts Professional Fraternity [2012 - 2015] • Finance
Committee - Created, organized and ran events to raise money to support chapter initiatives • Professional Committee chair - Organized professional, networking and learning experiences
Urban Leadership Internship Program (ULIP) [Summer 2014]
Selected as part of 20 Miami University students to participate in two internships while living in urban Dayton. Learned the importance of connecting professional experiences, community service, and urban living.
curmudgeon letter press club Vice President and charter member [2014 - 2015]
COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT International Interior Design Association [IIDA] Broomball Sports League Kickball Sports League
I strive to design beautiful and functional spaces that can be an on going source of pride and admiration for its occupants and surroundings. I seek new experiences and engage in learning opportunities. I recognize others’ areas of expertise and points of view, valuing collaboration as a part of the design process. I am passionate about historical preservation and adaptive reuse, as well as sustainable design, and aim to bring them together. My goal is to obtain NCIDQ certification and LEED certification to increase my knowledge and skill sets. (513) 265-1395 • EMILY.M.Neely@gmail.com • www.issuu.com/EmilyNeely